Trivia News Today — October 28, 2026
Korean Webtoon Adaptations, ‘The Vanishing Act’ Lead 2027 Vertical Slate Unveiled by COL Group, V47 and Virtue Asia and more — today's trivia signal.
The world of entertainment is abuzz with exciting announcements and tributes. In the realm of television, COL Group, V47, and Virtue Asia have unveiled their 2027 Vertical Slate, featuring a slew of Korean webtoon adaptations, including 'The Vanishing Act'. Meanwhile, the South International Series Festival is shining a spotlight on some of the best in European series, with 'American Hostage' and notable industry players like Ronan Bennett taking center stage.
In a lighter vein, beloved children's character Elmo has revealed his Halloween costume of choice - a miniature version of Meryl Streep's iconic fashion editor Miranda Priestly from 'The Devil Wears Prada'. The entertainment industry is also coming together to honor its own, as country music legends George Strait, Lyle Lovett, and pop sensation Taylor Swift are set to join the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. And in a heartwarming display of camaraderie, the cast of 'Friends' was seen showing their support for late co-star Matthew Perry at his funeral, as revealed in a new Netflix documentary.
Today's signal:
• Korean Webtoon Adaptations, ‘The Vanishing Act’ Lead 2027 Vertical Slate Unveiled by COL Group, V47 and Virtue Asia (variety.com)
• Elmo Is Going as Meryl Streep’s Evil Fashion Editor Miranda Priestly for Halloween This Year (variety.com)
• South International Series Festival: ‘American Hostage,’ Ronan Bennett, Great European Series and Andalusia’s TV Build (variety.com)
• George Strait, Lyle Lovett, and Taylor Swift Join Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (rollingstone.com)
• ‘Friends’ Cast Entered Matthew Perry’s Funeral Holding Hands and Cried Around the Casket, Netflix Documentary Reveals (variety.com)